Character Relationship Map: The Stranger

Characters

• The Prospector (played by Billy West) — protagonist
• Susie (played by Leatrice Joy) — supporting
• Susie's Father (played by Bud Ross) — supporting
• The Greaser (played by Leo White) — supporting
• Oliver, the saloonkeeper (played by Oliver Hardy) — supporting

Canonical Relationships

Family, romantic, and professional connections based on plot evidence.

• Oliver, the saloonkeeper → The Prospector (Professional Establishment Owner)
• The Prospector → Susie (Romantic Love Interest)
• Susie's Father → Susie (Family Father)

Story Dynamics

Alliances, conflicts, and narrative interactions that evolve throughout the story.

• Oliver, the saloonkeeper → Susie's Father (Social Local Acquaintance)
• The Greaser → Oliver, the saloonkeeper (Conflict Disruptor)
• Susie's Father → The Prospector (Social Suitor Oversight)
• The Greaser → Susie (Conflict Threat)
• Susie → Oliver, the saloonkeeper (Social Local Resident)
• The Greaser → The Prospector (Conflict Rival)

Story Analysis

A 1918 silent comedy exploring romantic rivalry, community dynamics, and historical preservation.

Plot Progression

1. Cast & Setting Introduction
2. Romantic & Rival Dynamics
3. Conflict & Paternal Oversight
4. Censorship & Legacy